Before participating in volunteer opportunities in schools and district facilities, all RISD volunteers must complete a background check.

At the Aug. 7 Board meeting, district leaders presented an update on student performance and a preview of the upcoming 2025 accountability ratings.

For the fourth year, RISD campuses will continue to be cell phone-free schools.

Parents of enrolled RISD students may now complete forms online to qualify for free or reduced cost meals for the 2025-26 school year that begins August 12.

RISD partners with organizations to offer a variety of recommendations and services to families over the summer months.

RISD’s eight 2025 STARS (Superior Teaching Achievements in RISD Schools) teachers of the year were announced on April 22!

Students from Richland Elementary visit Berkner to create and learn about circuits, fostering academic curiosity through hands-on STEM exploration.

The halls of Richland Elementary School were filled with music and joy as our talented third graders presented their musical

See some photos from our fun event!

Congratulations to RISD’s Super Teachers (and Team!) for the first quarter!

The culture of Richland Elementary has transformed to one of parent and student engagement through the efforts of its dedicated staff and support of willing parents.

We Read Together is Richardson ISD’s volunteer initiative to champion early literacy skills for students.

Beth Erschen, a kindergarten teacher

To enhance safety and security protocols, RISD is implementing student badges this year for all elementary students.

The district is implementing a new Richardson ISD Code of Civility this school year to set expectations for how students, parents, employees, and visitors treat and interact with each other while at school or communicating about school-related activities.